Samantha Hardyman

Samantha Hardyman has extensive work experience in event management and operations. Samantha is currently working as the Business Operations Director at Bray Leino Events, where they manage and delivers events for various clients. Prior to this, Samantha worked as the Event Director at the same company. Samantha also has experience as a Content Creator at Samantha Did. In 2021, Samantha founded and created Up All Night, an event and community for women in Bath, Bristol, and surrounding areas. Earlier in their career, they held positions such as Head of Event Operations at ADS Group Ltd, Acting Head of British Aviation Group at British Aviation Group, and Senior Event Organiser at Revo - Retail. Property. Community. Samantha also has experience in project coordination and workshop assistance in the arts and community development sectors.

Samantha Hardyman earned a MA degree in Cultural Policy and Management (Merit) from City, University of London, during the period of 2008-2010. Prior to that, they completed a BA (Hons) degree in Arts and Event Management (First Class Honours) at Arts University Bournemouth from 2005-2008. Samantha began their education at Bath College in 2003, where they obtained a Foundation Diploma in Art and Design.